[SECC] VERTICAL

K4SB k4sb@earthlink.net
Wed, 08 Jan 2003 17:56:46 +0000


Jay Pryor wrote:
> Similarly, the Ham Sticks I use for mobile operating consist of a coiled
> lower section and an upper stinger that is adjusted for resonance.

Good way to "electronically" add some length. But remember the smaller
Hy-Gain? coils use a form of Litz wire. Don't use those, get the KW
type.

Another point, the further along the wire the coil is inserted, up to
a certain point, the greater influence it will have. But NEVER put it
at the very end!

73
Ed